Description: Process scheduling overhead refers to the additional time and resources required to manage process scheduling in a computing environment. This phenomenon occurs when the system must dedicate a significant amount of resources to task management rather than executing the tasks themselves. Process scheduling is essential to ensure that multiple tasks run efficiently and fairly in a multitasking environment. However, when the overhead becomes excessive, it can lead to a decrease in overall system performance. Key characteristics of scheduling overhead include latency in system response, increased CPU usage for process management, and potential congestion in the process queue. This situation can be particularly problematic in resource-limited systems or those handling a large number of simultaneous processes. The relevance of understanding and managing scheduling overhead lies in its direct impact on system efficiency and user experience, as a system that does not adequately manage this overhead can become slow and unresponsive.
